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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251114
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SUMMARY:World Kindness Day
DESCRIPTION:World Kindness Day is an international holiday that was formed in 1998\, to promote #Kindness throughout the world and is observed annually on November 13 as part of the World Kindness Movement. It is observed in many countries including the United States\, Canada\, Japan\, Australia and the U.A.E. \n#WorldKindnessDay presents us with the opportunity to reflect upon one of the most important and unifying human principles. On a day devoted to the positive potential of both large and small acts of kindness\, try to promote and diffuse this crucial quality that brings people of every kind together. \nThe purpose of World Kindness Day as outlined by the World Kindness Movement is “to highlight good deeds in the community focusing on the positive power and the common thread of kindness which binds us.” Since its creation more than two decades ago\, the day has achieved truly global notice; events associated with the day have attracted participants from every inhabited continent. These have included activities such as concerts\, dance mobs\, and the distribution of “kindness cards.” \nThe objective of World Kindness Day is to spread kindness with small gestures. The main tradition of the day is to be kind and to try and encourage kindness to prevail over hatred. Whether it’s helping out someone with chores\, taking the time out to ask how someone is doing\, or complimenting someone\, the name of the game is kindness\, and we all have it in us. \nSource:  World Kindness Day 2022. What is it exactly? How is it observed?
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-kindness-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
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SUMMARY:Movember
DESCRIPTION:As always\, this month is Movember ! \nOn average\, men die 5 years earlier than women\, and this needs to change. \nOne of the reasons for this may be men’s tendency to turn a blind eye to unusual symptoms to avoid a visit to the doctor. Don’t let complacency stop you from enjoying an otherwise long and healthy life. \nHave you noticed something out of the ordinary with your body? Don’t leave it too late\, book a doctor’s appointment today. \nSource: Healthline \n#Movember #MensHealth \nFind out more about Movember:  Movember | Changing the face of men’s health – Movember
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/movember-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251030
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20230926T124815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T110933Z
UID:8741-1761696000-1761782399@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:World Stroke Day
DESCRIPTION:One in four of us will have a stroke in our lifetime. And 90% of those strokes could be prevented by addressing a small number of risk factors including high blood pressure (hypertension)\, irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation)\, smoking\, diet and exercise. \nJoin us on October 29th to drive public awareness of stroke symptoms and the need to #ActFAST. With 1 in 4 of us at risk of stroke in our lifetime\, it’s in everyone’s interest to know the signs of stroke. Time lost is brain lost and seeking emergency care as soon as symptoms are spotted saves lives and can enable treatments that improve our chances of a full recovery. \n#WorldStrokeDay is focused primarily on prevention with a focus on getting a health check to identify and help manage key risk factors for stroke \n\nhypertension\nsmoking\natrial fibrillation\ncholesterol\ndiabetes\n\nCheck for signs of a stroke\nThe main symptoms of a stroke can happen suddenly. They may include: \n\nface weakness – one side of your face may droop (fall) and it might be hard to smile\narm weakness – you may not be able to fully lift both arms and keep them there because of weakness or numbness in 1 arm\nspeech problems – you may slur your words or sound confused\n\nThe easiest way to remember these symptoms is the word FAST. This stands for: face\, arms\, speech and time to call 999. \n#ActFast \nSources:  World Stroke Day 2025 | World Stroke Organization \nSymptoms of a stroke – NHS \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-stroke-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251102
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20220724T105959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T112618Z
UID:6233-1761350400-1762041599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:World Brain Tumour Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:This Brain Tumour Awareness Week\, take the time to learn the symptoms of #BrainTumours. \nAccording to the NHS\, the symptoms of brain tumours may vary depending on the exact part of the brain affected\, but common symptoms include: \n\nheadaches\nseizures (fits)\npersistently feeling sick (nausea)\, being sick (vomiting) and drowsiness\nmental or behavioural changes\, such as memory problems or changes in personality\nprogressive weakness or paralysis on one side of the body\nvision or speech problems\n\nSometimes you may not have any symptoms to begin with\, or they may develop very slowly over time. \nIf you’re suffering from a brain tumour\, support is out there. Take a look on the community map to find organisations near you. \nFind out more from the International Brain Tumour Alliance: https://theibta.org/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-brain-tumour-awareness-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251023
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20220724T105209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T105300Z
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SUMMARY:International Stuttering Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Today is International Stuttering Awareness Day. While many people may develop a #Stutter in childhood\, it is quite common for them to “grow out” it as they age. However\, this doesn’t make a stutter any less of a challenge for the individuals who live with a stutter. \nFortunately\, there are resources for people who develop a stutter and treatments which range from creating a safe environment where people with a stutter can feel more confident\, to strategies that increase fluency and help to develop communication skills. \nTogether\, we can build a more inclusive world where every voice is valued. 💚 \n  \nSource: NHS \n#InternationalStutteringAwarenessDay \nFind Out More About International Stuttering Day: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Stuttering_Awareness_Day
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-stuttering-awareness-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251019
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20220724T103451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T125141Z
UID:6220-1760745600-1760831999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:World Menopause Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th of October. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing. \nThe theme for World Menopause Day 2025 is Lifestyle Medicine.\nAccording to the NHS\, menopause and peri-menopause symptoms can greatly impact your daily life\, including relationships\, social life\, family life and work. \nIt can feel different for everyone. You may have a number of symptoms or none. \nSymptoms usually start months or years before your periods stop and can impact your mental and physical health. \nSee your GP if you’re beginning to have symptoms of menopause or peri-menopause\, and speak to your pharmacist if you’re interested in learning about treatments. \n#WorldMenopauseDay #HRT #MenopauseTreatment \nSource:  World Menopause Day 2025 – International Menopause Society
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-menopause-awareness-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20220724T102645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T094222Z
UID:6214-1760572800-1760659199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:World Food Day
DESCRIPTION:Today is World Food Day and is celebrated across 150 countries. \nWorld Food Day marks the founding of FAO\, and this year\, the Organization turns 80 !!! \nThis aims to highlight the immediate and long-term benefits of prioritising access to safe and nutritious food for all. \nIt is a day that brings together governments\, businesses\, and non-profits across the world to tackle the issue of world hunger. \nFood insecurity is an issue that was further exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic\, so there’s never been a time where collective action has been more needed. It’s time to work together to build a more sustainable future for all. Get involved by organising an event\, showing your support\, or raising awareness! \n#WorldFoodDay #FoodHeroes #RightToFoods \nFind out more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_Food_Day
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-food-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20230917T190507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T124118Z
UID:8684-1759536000-1759622399@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:World Animal Day
DESCRIPTION:World Animal Day is an annual event on the 4th of October\, celebrating #AnimalRights and welfare across the globe. It’s an important day and has been marked since 1925\, with a growing international community striving to end the needless suffering of all animals. World Animal Day is celebrated yearly on October 4th to align with the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi\, the patron saint of ecology and animals. \nBy increasing awareness and improving education worldwide\, those involved are helping to create a space recognising wild and farmed animals as sentient beings with thoughts\, feelings\, and individual personalities. Their welfare and treatment must reflect this. \nWith its international reach\, many people around the world celebrate #WorldAnimalDay in different ways. Businesses and individuals can give a voice to animals by celebrating World Animal Day in various ways\, whether that’s through a fundraising event for charities supporting protection efforts\, a goods donation drive or education sessions\, there are so many options for everyone to get involved. \n  \nSource: World Animal Day | World Animal Protection
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-animal-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20220702T123726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T095445Z
UID:6076-1759276800-1761955199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Breast Cancer Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:This Breast Cancer Awareness Month\, take the time to #KnowYourNormal. It’s always best to get anything unusual checked by a doctor early on. \nThe month aims to promote screening and reduce the risk of the disease\, which affects 2.3 million women worldwide. Known best for its pink theme color\, the month features a number of campaigns and programs designed to: \n\n\nsupport people diagnosed with breast cancer\, including those with metastatic breast cancer \n\n\neducate people about breast cancer risk factors \n\n\nencourage women to go for regular breast cancer screening starting at age 40 or earlier\, depending on personal breast cancer risk \n\n\nraise money for breast cancer research \n\n\nAccording to the NHS\, you should contact your GP if you encounter any of the following: \n\na new lump or area of thickened tissue in either breast that was not there before\na change in the size or shape of one or both breasts\na discharge of fluid from either of your nipples\na lump or swelling in either of your armpits\na change in the look or feel of your skin\, such as puckering or dimpling\, a rash or redness\na rash (like eczema)\, crusting\, scaly or itchy skin or redness on or around your nipple\na change in the appearance of your nipple\, such as becoming sunken into your breast\n\n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/breast-cancer-awareness-month-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,International,National,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20230903T094939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T112700Z
UID:8554-1759276800-1761955199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:ADHD Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:This October is ADHD Awareness Month.  Difficulty with attention\, concentration\, memory\, impulsivity\, hyperactivity\, and social skills — these are among the signs of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder\, which affects millions of people. \nADHD Awareness Month\, sponsored by the Attention Deficit Disorder Association\, highlights the latest research and clinical studies with the goal of bringing more effective treatments. Its guiding principle is that life can be better for those with #ADHD and for those who love or work with someone with ADHD. \n\n\n\nIt affects a wide variety of people\nNo demographic is immune from ADHD. It’s found in people of all ages and backgrounds. Nearly 10 % of children will be diagnosed with ADHD and more than 4 % of adults will exhibit symptoms. \n\n\n\n\nIt’s genetic\nNo one is to blame for ADHD. It’s a brain-based disorder that is often genetic. Family history can can play a role in children who are diagnosed. Prenatal risk is a factor — along with environmental toxins. \n\n\n\n\nADHD contributes to other problems\nThey include the loss of productivity at work or school\, relationship problems\, obesity\, and legal troubles. \nThe best way to change people’s views about ADHD is to let them know: it’s not about somebody else\, it’s about someone they know. \n  \n\n\n\nSource: ADHD AWARENESS MONTH (nationaltoday.com)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/adhd-awareness-month/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20230804T104834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T102506Z
UID:8521-1757721600-1757807999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Positive Thinking Day
DESCRIPTION:Its Positive Thinking Day 🙂 \nNegative thinking has a way of sapping away a person’s self-worth and distorting a person’s view of the world. It also has a tendency of poisoning everything in that person that’s good and decent. \nFortunately\, that’s a process that can be stopped with a little bit of #PositiveThinking. Positive thinking\, when properly applied with purpose\, can help a person feel better about themselves and can make them feel like the best version of themselves. And that’s why Positive Thinking Day is such an important day. This unofficial holiday falls on the 13th of September and is designed to help everyone replace their negative thinking with more positive thoughts. \nAccording to a 2015 study\, positive thinking can be a good first step towards #BetterHealth. This study showed that people who were optimistic in their outlook were twice as likely to have strong cardiovascular health and had a lower amount of stress hormones in their bodies. \nAnyone who thinks this holiday might be a good day to turn around their positive thinking can do so by taking the time to celebrate #PositiveThinkingDay. They can this by giving themselves a positive affirmation on this day\, by showing gratitude to those around them\, or by taking a few moments to read motivational books. \n#ShowGratitude #PositiveAffirmations #BeKind #GetMotivated
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/positive-thinking-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20230620T160941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250608T115139Z
UID:8190-1752969600-1753660799@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Shark Week
DESCRIPTION:Shark Week happens every year in July or August. It’s a yearly\, weeklong grouping of shark-related show episodes\, documentaries\, and movies that airs on the #DiscoveryChannel. \nShark week was first aired on the 17th of July 1988 with the purpose to focus on conservational initiatives or addressing myths related to sharks. Moreover\, Shark Week allows the viewers to get a close look at these amazing\, terrifying\, but misunderstood predators. \nHeaps of people grew up harbouring a fascination with sharks and the never-stand-still\, ruthless\, killer instinct they embody. Discovery’s week of programming has become traditional fare for a generation of would-be shark scientists\, in-cage filmmakers\, and thrill-seekers. If you haven’t seen it yet\, don’t miss this year’s #SharkWeek! \n  \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/shark-week/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,UK,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250331
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20230211T070450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T104249Z
UID:5282-1743379200-1743465599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:International Transgender Day of Visibility
DESCRIPTION:International Transgender Day of Visibility is an annual day that is celebrated around the world on March 31st to recognise and celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of transgender and gender non-conforming people. It is a day to recognise the diversity of transgender identities and to support the transgender community. \nTransgender Day of Visibility is a time for individuals to share stories of resilience and courage\, to find strength in being visible\, and to celebrate the beauty of being transgender. It is also a day for raising awareness about the discrimination that transgender people face and to advocate for greater acceptance and #Inclusion of transgender people in all aspects of life. \n\n\n\n\n“It’s impossible to comprehend or support a community that is not visible.”\n\n\n \n\n\n#TDOV #IAmEnough #YouAreEnough #TransAwareness  #TransDayOfVisibility\n\n\nSee more about the day: International Transgender Day of Visibility – Wikipedia
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-transgender-day-of-visibility/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20221222T105113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T114921Z
UID:6797-1735689600-1738367999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:National Slavery & Human Trafficking Prevention Month
DESCRIPTION:January 2025 is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month\, also known as Human Trafficking Awareness Month. It is a key time for us all as individuals to educate ourselves about human trafficking and crucially to learn to spot the signs of trafficking. It is also a time for us take these messages to our workplaces\, our churches\, our schools\, our representatives and everywhere else.\n\n\n \n\n\nAt Hope for Justice\, they investigate cases of human trafficking and work closely with law enforcement to rescue victims and ensure evidence is gathered against perpetrators to see them brought to justice. The team of investigators is drawn from some of the most respected and prestigious law enforcement agencies in the country\, such as the FBI and NCIS.\n\n\n \n\n\nNational Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month\, January 2025\, culminates in the annual observation of National Freedom Day on February 1\, 2025.\n\n\n \n\n\nSource:  Human Trafficking Prevention Month | Hope for Justice\n\n\n \n\n\n#HopeForJusticeInternational #HumanTraffickingAwareness #Freedom
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/national-slavery-human-trafficking-prevention-month/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Month,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20211205T193739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T121656Z
UID:4877-1735689600-1735775999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Global Family Day
DESCRIPTION:“Families come in all shapes and sizes” \nThis may be a day that is normally celebrated in the USA\, however family is important and can come in all shapes and sizes. Family is not always people related by birth\, it can be friends\, foster parents and guardians\, and more … \nOne Day of Peace and Sharing\, is celebrated every January 1st in the United States as a global day of peace and sharing. Global Family Day grew out of the United Nations Millennium celebration\, “One Day In Peace” \n#GlobalFamilyDay \nSource: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Global_Family_Day
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/global-family-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,World
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241111
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20241007T150024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T151620Z
UID:10973-1730678400-1731283199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Children's Book Week 2
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Book Week is an annual celebration of reading for pleasure for children of primary school age. A fantastic opportunity for extended teaching on any of your favourite children’s books! This year\, 2024\, marks the 100th Anniversary of Children’s Book Week and the theme is “How Do You Book?”. \nWhen is Children’s Book Week?\nThere are technically no set dates for Children’s Book Week\, meaning you’re free to celebrate this whenever suits you! However\, in the UK\, this year the event takes place over two weeks: the 6th to 12th of May and the 4th to 10th of November. Join in the celebrations with our friends across the pond\, or tie in your Children’s Book Week celebrations around World Book Day. \nWhen did Children’s Book Week start?\nThe idea for this event was conceived by Franklin K. Matthiews\, the librarian of the Boy Scouts of America\, in 1913. He thought that a celebration of children’s books would help get more children into reading\, helped by the backing of publishers\, booksellers and librarians in the US. Now going on for over 100 years\, Children’s Book Week continues to grow in popularity year on year. \nHow can I get involved with Children’s Book Week?\nSimple. Get reading! There are so many fantastic children’s books available in libraries and bookshops that it can be difficult to know where to start your search for some great children’s literature. \n#HowDoYouBook #Literacy #ReadingForJoy #FavouriteBooks \n  \nSource: Children’s Book Week 2024 – Event Info and Resources (twinkl.co.uk)
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/childrens-book-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240211
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20240118T114001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T114001Z
UID:9530-1707523200-1707609599@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Chinese New Year
DESCRIPTION:Chinese New Year 2024 will take place on the 10th of February\, with the beginning of the Year of the Dragon. Celebrations will last from the 9th of February (New Year’s Eve) until the 15th day of the New Year. \nWhat is The Chinese New Year calendar?\nEach year (also known as a cycle) of the Chinese New Year calendar is represented by a different zodiac animal. There are 12 in total. According to legend\, these 12 animals participated in a race\, which then determined their place of order in the Chinese New Year calendar. \nWhy is Chinese New Year celebrated?\nChinese New Year\, also known as the Lunar New Year or the Spring Festival\, marks the first day of the New Year in the Chinese traditional calendar\, which is a lunisolar calendar. Unlike the Gregorian calendar\, used widely around the world today\, the lunisolar calendar determines dates using the location of the sun and the moon relative to the Earth. This is why\, on our Western calendars\, the date changes each year! \nIt is one of the most important events in Chinese culture and the holiday is today celebrated all around the world. Many other countries celebrate the holiday as an official festival (Korea\, Vietnam\, Singapore\, Malaysia\, Indonesia and the Philippines) due to its cultural significance. \nWhat are some Chinese New Year traditions?\nTraditionally\, Chinese New Year is a time for people to honour their ancestors and deities. Still\, many of the customs and traditions of the holiday vary wildly from region to region. Many families across China gather the night before Chinese New Year’s Day for a festive dinner to reunite them. Many people will also clean their house before the new year; this is done to cleanse any ill fortune and is thought to allow for good luck going into the new year. \nIt is also customary for people to decorate their windows and doors with red decorations\, as red is seen as a lucky colour in Chinese culture. Many also light firecrackers and gift money in red paper envelopes to celebrate! \n  \n#ChineseNewYear #YearOfTheDragon \nChinese New Year – Wikipedia
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/chinese-new-year/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Week,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20211107T165923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T110434Z
UID:4842-1703548800-1703635199@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:Boxing Day Swim
DESCRIPTION:Each year on 26th December\, Boxing Day\, people of all ages take to the water\, some in fancy dress. \nIn recent years the benefits of cold water swimming\, both physical and mental health\, are becoming more widely known and researched. Groups are popping up for either wild swimming or at beaches around the coast\, from Tenby to Teignmouth. \nThere’s no better way to dust off the yuletide cobwebs than with a Boxing Day swim ! \n#ColdWaterSwimming #BoxingDaySwim \nCheck out this BBC Science article: https://www.sciencefocus.com/the-human-body/cold-water-swimming-why-an-icy-dip-is-good-for-your-mental-and-physical-health/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/boxing-day-swim/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International,National,UK
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220129
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20211205T205658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211205T205658Z
UID:4887-1643328000-1643414399@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:International Lego Day
DESCRIPTION:International LEGO® Day celebrates the day that Danish carpenter\, Godtfred Kirk Christiansen\, filed the original LEGO® brick system patent back in 1958. \nThey can be taken apart and put back together as often as you’d like. That means endless creative play. – Lego helps to spark creativity and inspire children? \nResearch suggests that Lego and other construction toys can improve a wide range of mental aptitudes in young children\, such as spatial intelligence and hand-eye coordination. \n  \nSource: https://huehd.com/international-lego-day/
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-lego-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211206
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20211205T161153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211205T161153Z
UID:4862-1638662400-1638748799@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:International Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:The International Volunteer Day for Economic and Social Development (5 December)\, more commonly referred to as International Volunteer Day (IVD)\, is an international observance mandated by the UN General Assembly in 1985. It offers an opportunity for volunteer-involving organizations and individual volunteers to promote volunteerism\, encourage governments to support volunteer efforts and recognize volunteer contributions to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at local\, national and international levels. \n  \nSource: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Volunteer_Day \n 
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-volunteer-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211204
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20211205T161557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211205T161833Z
UID:4865-1638489600-1638575999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:International Day of People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Disability NO – Different Ability YES!\nDisability equals diversity\, not disadvantage. \nTo highlight this message\, the UN has marked the International Day of Persons with Disabilities since 1992\, to spread the word on disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity\, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. \nThe day also aims to draw attention to the benefits to society as a whole of including persons with disabilities in every aspect of political\, social\, economic and cultural life. \n  \nSource: https://una.org.uk/get-involved/learn-and-teach/international-days/international-day-persons-disabilities
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-day-of-people-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210906
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20210905T080025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T184238Z
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SUMMARY:International Literacy Day
DESCRIPTION:#InternationalLiteracyDay is this month! \n\n“The more that you read the more things you will know\, The more you learn the more places you will go.” \n-Dr. Seuss \n \nLet us know what you’re currently reading in the comments\, we’d love to hear from you! ✒️\n\n#WorldLiteracyDay #BeTheChange #BooksOfInstagram #BookWorm #Literacy #Reading
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/international-literacy-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210408
DTSTAMP:20260823T171201
CREATED:20210402T155805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T155847Z
UID:3893-1617753600-1617839999@adoddle.org
SUMMARY:World Health Day
DESCRIPTION:The World Health Organisation shares that the theme of 2021’s #WorldHealthDay2021 is: Building a fairer\, healthier world \n  \nYou can find out more here: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day/2021
URL:https://adoddle.org/events-calendar/world-health-day/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Day,International
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